The Minister of
Citizenship has indicated that the government wishes to have the newly
introduced Ontarians with Disabilities Act passed by the end of this
session.

We in the Liberal
Caucus would like toensure that the ODA receives the committee time
it warrants in order to address the needs of Ontario's disabled community.
It is a very complex bill - members of the legislature and stakeholders
need ample time to review this bill, prepare submissions and deliver
their message to the committee.

Liberal Caucus
believes that in order for this legislation to be effective in providing
an increased level of accessibility in Ontario, it will require numerous
amendments. Therefore, after public hearings have concluded, we ask
that you make certain there is sufficient time for clause-by-clause
consideration of the bill.

I would like to
remind you again that during this session the Liberal Caucus has accommodated
the passage of less controversial pieces of legislation, with the
understanding that more legislative time could then be dedicated to
more controversial and/or substantial bills. I hope that our agreement
to cooperate along those lines will stand and you will seriously consider
the recommendations I have outlined.

Thank you,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BYDwight Duncan, MPP Windsor-St. ClairHouse Leader of the Official Opposition